GSD Offshore Unit

The Offshore Unit is a unit of the Geo-Science Division.

Marine Scientific Research (MSR)
  • Review of Marine Scientific Research Application through NRCC committee

  • On board Marine Scientific Research: Unveiling the mysterious of the Blue Planet

  • Geographical Survey

Deep Sea Minerals (DSM)
  • Deep Sea Minerals: Harnessing the potential of deep sea mining for sustainable development.

  • Establish fiscal regimes for deep-sea minerals e.g Royalty Regulation

  • Develop regulations and guidelines for sustainable deep-sea mineral development and management e.g Exploration Regulations

Marine Genetic Resources (MGR)
  • Establish guidelines and frameworks for marine genetic resources.

International Seabed Authority Contractor’s Training Opportunities
  • Internship Training

  •         Scholarships

  •         Fellowship

  •         At sea training


    Visit this website for more information https://www.isa.org.jm/capacity-development-training-and-technical-assistance/

Fieldwork and Working Conditions for the Contractor’s Trainings:

• Offshore Expeditions: Spending significant time at sea on research vessels.

• Laboratory Work: Analysing samples and data in a controlled environment.

• Remote Sensing and Technology: Using satellite data and remote-operated vehicles for research.

• Interdisciplinary Projects: Collaborating with engineers, policy makers, and other scientists.

Educational Requirement for Offshore:

• Bachelor's Degree: Typically in marine science, marine biology, oceanography, environmental science, or a related field.

• Master's Degree: Specialization in areas like marine ecology, marine geology, ocean engineering, or marine resource management can be beneficial.

• Ph.D.: For advanced research positions, teaching at the university level, or leadership roles in research projects.

Common Career Path:

• Marine Biologist: Study of marine organisms and their interactions with the environment.

• Oceanographer: Focus on the physical and chemical properties of the ocean.

• Marine Geologist: Exploration of the seabed and its geological features

• Legal adviser on The United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS)

Educational Requirements for MGR

• Bachelor's Degree: Typically in marine biology, genetics, biotechnology, environmental science, or a related field.

• Master's Degree: Specialization in marine genetics, marine biotechnology, molecular biology, or a related area can enhance career prospects.

• Ph.D.: For advanced research roles, teaching positions, or leadership in research projects

Common Career Path for MGR:

• Marine Geneticist: Researching the genetic diversity of marine organisms.

• Biotechnologist: Using marine genetic resources to develop new products and technologies.

• Conservation Scientist: Applying genetic research to conservation and management of marine biodiversity. • Environmental Consultant: Advising on the sustainable use and management of marine genetic resources.

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